Shun Classic 8" Western Chef's Knife

The Shun Classic Western Chef's Knife offers a 22 degree edge angle versus the 16 degree angle found on the standard Shun Classic chef's knives. This less-acute edge provides additional strength that helps when tackling heavier foods, for example winter squash or large heads of cabbage. Nevertheless, this knife shares the thinner blades and beautiful construction of the rest of the Shun Classic line. It's perfect for a wide range of kitchen tasks, from slicing, dicing, and chopping to rocking cuts.

The Shun Classic line features beautiful Damascus-clad blades with D-shaped ebony PakkaWood handles. The razor-sharp blades offer top performance. Shun's proprietary high-performance VG-MAX steel provides incredible edge retention. Blades are handcrafted of durable clad with Damascus stainless steel, ground and bead-blasted creating a flowing pattern of the layered steel. The result is a line of knives that are sharp, durable, and corrosion resistant, as well as beautiful to hold. Handcrafted in Seki, Japan with a limited lifetime warranty.

Made in Seki, Japan
Limited Lifetime Warranty

Blade Construction: 34-layer stainless steel Damascus with VG-MAX core
Handle Construction: Black Pakkawood with stainless steel bolster and end cap
Rockwell Hardness: 60-61 degrees
Edge: Approximately 22 degrees, double bevel

Blade Length: 8"
Blade Height: 2.12"
Overall Length: 13.5"
Spine Thickness at Heel: 2.4mm
Weight: 7.9 oz. (226g)

Item number: DM0766